You cannot buy extra channels. You must change to a package that includes the channels you want. The networks package them to TV providers which in turn must package them to us.
NBC, ABC, etc. are local channels. DirecTV may only provide you what channels are in your Designated Market Area (DMA) per your zip code/county per Federal regulations as lobbied by those locals. Even if they are in your DMA, DirecTV must have an agreement with the local affiliate owner.
Not likely. TV providers are forced to bundle channels into packages due to the nature of their contract agreements. Very few channels are available on their own. Most of them are premium channels (HBO, Showtime, etc) and international channels.
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Juniper
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You cannot buy extra channels. You must change to a package that includes the channels you want. The networks package them to TV providers which in turn must package them to us.
NBC, ABC, etc. are local channels. DirecTV may only provide you what channels are in your Designated Market Area (DMA) per your zip code/county per Federal regulations as lobbied by those locals. Even if they are in your DMA, DirecTV must have an agreement with the local affiliate owner.
www.directv.com/locals
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litzdog911
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Not likely. TV providers are forced to bundle channels into packages due to the nature of their contract agreements. Very few channels are available on their own. Most of them are premium channels (HBO, Showtime, etc) and international channels.
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peanutsava
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3 years ago
thank you,i understand now.
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DIRECTVhelp
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3 years ago
Please do not hesitate letting us know any future concern you have, we are here to help.
Vanesa, DIRECTV Community Specialist.
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DIRECTVhelp
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Hi @peanutsava, we're glad the information provided was helpful for you.
@Juniper and @litzdog911 thanks for your prompt responses and for sharing this information.
We're here to help!
Vanesa, DIRECTV Community Specialist.
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